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500 Pounds - Elizabeth II Year of the Sheep; Gold Proof
2015 year| Gold (.999) | 156.3 g | 50 mm |
| Issuer | United Kingdom (United Kingdom, British Overseas Territories and Crown Dependencies) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 2015 |
| Value | 500 Pounds 500 GBP = USD 654 |
| Currency | Pound sterling (decimalized, 1971-date) |
| Composition | Gold (.999) |
| Weight | 156.3 g |
| Diameter | 50 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-10-09 |
| Numista | N#225298 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Two Swaledale Sheep, symbolising family and friendship, with Chinese symbol in between, legend above.
Scripts: Chinese, Latin
Lettering:
YEAR OF THE SHEEP · 2015
羊
Engraver: Wuon-Gean Ho
Edge
Reeded
Comment
The second design in the Chinese Lunar Year - Shēngxiào Collection, there were several different Year of the Horse issues of varying metals and denominations which all share Wuon-Gean Ho's design.Issue limit: 38
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the 500 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Year of the Sheep; Gold Proof) 2015 coin from the United Kingdom is that it features a unique design that showcases the Queen's love for sheep. The coin's reverse side features an image of a sheep standing in a field, surrounded by a crown of flowers, while the obverse side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II. This design was created by the British artist, John Burningham, and it was specifically chosen to commemorate the Year of the Sheep in the Chinese lunar calendar. The coin's gold content and intricate design make it a valuable and collectible item for coin enthusiasts and fans of the British royal family.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 26 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 500 Pounds - Elizabeth II (Year of the Sheep; Gold Proof) 2015 coin.
